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THE BACKSTORY WITH OMOBOLA STEPHEN

THE BACKSTORY WITH OMOBOLA STEPHEN

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 On THE BACKSTORY WITH OMOBOLA STEPHEN show, Omobola Stephen and her guests analyses government, policy and leadership. Debates about development, international relations and the political economy of globalisation and global governance. Make comparative analyses of political systems operating in different countries around the globe; and critically assess the ideas and ideologies shaping contemporary visions of just societies.
It is time to change the narratives; pivoting change and transformation the world needs with disruptive mindshift conversations.
The host, Omobola Stephen host of one of the most sought-after podcast on personal development,Life Well Lived by Omobola Stephen which is aired on major distribution platforms globally.
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Episodes
  • E45: IdleSmart: Disrupting The Status Quo Of Idle Management With Jeff Lynch

    E45: IdleSmart: Disrupting The Status Quo Of Idle Management With Jeff Lynch
    Jun 13 2025
    Today On The Backstory With Omobola Stephen, we delve into the environmental sustainability,operational innovation and improving the quality of life for long-haul drivers across North-America.
    Host, Omobola Stephen is joined by President and CEO of IDLESMART, Jeff Lynch. IDLESMART is a clean tech company focused on helping trucking fleets reduce emissions and idle time.
    Jeff Lynch’s journey proves that technology can be redemptive when guided by wisdom and compassion. Through Idle Smart, Jeff has created solutions that reduce emissions, serve truck drivers, and steward efficiency without compromise. But beneath the business is a man committed to building with purpose.
    As the conversation continued, both talked on how IDLESMART is solving real world challenge for thousands of drivers and fleet operators and how it is able to keeo the human impact at the centre of its technology.
    Jeff shared the boldest vision he has for IDLESMART and the deeper purpose that fuels the vision.
    He shared on some sustainable practices that can have long term benefits to the trucking industry while significantly reducing environmental impact and contributing to a greener future.
    Jeff highlighted how the company's SMART PORTAL empower fleet leaders to make better decisions and how individuals can learn about decision-making from the approach.
    Stay tuned to this worthwhile conversation on The Backstory With Omobola Stephen where mindshift conversations lives.
    Learn more about Jeff and all about IDLESMART here>>>
    https://www.idlesmart.com/
    https://www.linkedin.com/in/je...
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    21 mins
  • E044: Biodiversity As A Whole Ecosystem: ONE HEALTH For ANIMALS AND PEOPLE WITH Azzedine T. Downes

    E044: Biodiversity As A Whole Ecosystem: ONE HEALTH For ANIMALS AND PEOPLE WITH Azzedine T. Downes
    May 14 2025
    Today on The Backstory With Omobola Stephen,the host, Omobola Stephen would be shinning more light on the environment with focus on biodiversity and Ecosystem and how we can ensure one health for both animals and people.
    With her to explore on this topic is Azzedine Downes, the President and CEO of the International Fund for Animal Welfare (IFAW). The organization work in rescue and conservation around the world.
    Since 2012, Azzedine Downes has worked closely with experts and decision makers from around the world, leading a groundbreaking period of geographic expansion and strategic consolidation. Before joining IFAW, Azzedine served as the Chief of Party for the U.S. Agency for International Development in Jerusalem and Morocco and was appointed by President Clinton as Acting Regional Director for the United States Peace Corps in Eurasia and the Middle East.
    On the show, some of the topics explored were How the government, state actors can put more effort to improve on biodiversity and the Ecosystem. Azzedine provided strategies and insights.
    Key aspects of the biodiversity global challenge especially on accelerated extinction rates and threats to Ecosystem services.
    The impact of technology on animal welfare and potential impact on ecosystem.
    On conservation finance- How we can invest in people and the planet and so much more.
    Get the feel of the full interview on The Backstory With Omobola Stephen where mindshift conversations lives.
    Learn more about IFAW and.see how you can support the project here>>>
    https://www.ifaw.org/
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    25 mins
  • E042: THE Backstory Of The Arab-Isreali Conflict With Dixiane Hallaj

    E042: THE Backstory Of The Arab-Isreali Conflict With Dixiane Hallaj
    May 8 2025
    Today on the Backstory with Omobola Stephen, Dixiane Hallaj was on the show with host, Omobola Stephen to share her thoughts on the ongoing genocide in Gaza has brought the plight of the Palestinians to the attention of the world. Many people are now ready to hear the story of the Palestinians, and are more sympathetic to the injustices they have suffered as a consequence of the creation of the state of Israel.
    Dixiane Hallaj is a publisher,author,and editor.
    Her book, authored by her late husband, titled Unfolding the Arab-Israeli Conflict presents this history from a Palestinian viewpoint who experienced the Nakba as a teenager and sprinkled incidents drawn from his own experience into the narrative.
    Dixiane shared intriguing insights as important take-aways in the book.
    The host also looked at the some of the key aspects of the conflcit- the Palestinian freedom of movement and the Palestinian right of return and also on land and border issues.
    Dixiane also talked on the ethnic cleansing and the expansionism of the state of Isreal. There are profound insights on this crucial topic that has gained global attention since 7th of October 2023 with thousand s of lives lost and properties destroyed.
    Sit back and take a listen to full interview.
    Check out Dixiane Hallaj and connect here>>>
    https://dixianehallaj.weebly.c...
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    41 mins
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